In part one I discussed moving forward in one’s emotional maturity. This article will encompass spiritual growth. Although the two are related, each area requires individual focus. The average Christian does not have a plan for spiritual growth. Sure, we read the Bible, pray, and attend worship services, but how ...
Read More »Silent Seasons: Trusting God’s Purpose in Times of Waiting
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths This scripture resonates deeply with believers who sometimes grapple with feelings of guilt and spiritual stagnation, wondering if they are aligned ...
Read More »Benchmarks Of Spiritual Growth
Philippians 1:6 says, “I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” This verses mentions a beginning and an end in reference to one’s spiritual maturity. The question is what happens in between? Who or ...
Read More »For The Discerning Reader
‘Visit many good books but live in the Bible.’ Charles Haddon Spurgeon 1834 – 1892 For many of us it is just impossible to walk past a good book. My library, once quite small, has grown to a robust size over the years and especially in the past few months ...
Read More »Practicing Our Faith
Since I have been a musician all of my life I know the meaning of the word “practice.” It involves daily discipline, setting aside time each day to focus on skills with the end result of improving one’s artistry. When I first started playing the trumpet at 10 years of ...
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